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BGMI game returns to India after a year-long ban

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<p>Banned by the government, popular mobile game Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) is set to make a comeback in the Indian market on a three-month trial run. Krafton, the South Korean developer of the battle royale game said it had secured approval from the Indian authorities to resume the game and its related operations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>BGMI was banned in July 2022 by New Delhi citing security concerns. However, according to news reports, Krafton managed to receive the approval after months of engagement with the government, Though some restrictions remain on the app, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, India’s deputy IT minister said the game had&nbsp;been granted a “trial approval” for three months.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“We will keep a close watch on other issues of user harm, addiction etc in next 3 months before a final decision is taken,” Chandrasekhar was quoted as saying by TechCrunch.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Grateful to the Indian government:&nbsp;Krafton</strong></h2>

<p>Sean Hyunil Sohn, CEO of Krafton, Inc. India expressed gratitude towards the government for allowing the popular game, back in the market.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We are highly grateful to the Indian authorities for allowing us to resume operations of Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI). We would like to extend our gratitude to our Indian gaming community for their support and patience over the past few months."</p>

<p>"At Krafton, Inc., we are deeply committed to the Indian gaming ecosystem. Our approach has always been India-first, which serves as the foundation of all our efforts," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Vibhor Kukreti, head of government affairs at Krafton who engaged with New Delhi said Krafton was a responsible organisation and that the company will take necessary steps to facilitate a proper gaming ecosystem.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Krafton, Inc. is a responsible South Korean organization that abides by the law and has put in place several measures to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations. We work tirelessly to ensure that India takes the lead in this domain by embracing innovative practices in collaboration with the gaming ecosystem to support, sustain and promote its growth," said Kukreti.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Notably, Krafton launched BGMI in India after its previous offering&nbsp;PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) was banned in India as China's Tencent held the publishing rights for it. PUBG was one of the biggest games in India with over 50 million monthly active users before the government brought the sledgehammer on it.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Banned by the government, popular mobile game Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) is set to make a comeback in the Indian market on a three-month trial run. Krafton, the South Korean developer of the battle royale game said it had secured approval from the Indian authorities to resume the game and its related operations.

Banned by the government, popular mobile game Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) is set to make a comeback in the Indian market on a three-month trial run. Krafton, the South Korean developer of the battle royale game said it had secured approval from the Indian authorities to resume the game and its related operations. BGMI was banned in July 2022 by New Delhi citing security concerns. However, according to news reports, Krafton managed to receive the approval after months of engagement with the government, Though some restrictions remain on the app, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, India’s deputy IT minister said the game had been granted a “trial approval” for three months. “We will keep a close watch on other issues of user harm, addiction etc in next 3 months before a final decision is taken,” Chandrasekhar was quoted as saying by TechCrunch. WATCH | 'BGMI' the Indian version of PUBG Mobile banned in India? × Grateful to the Indian government: Krafton Sean Hyunil Sohn, CEO of Krafton, Inc. India expressed gratitude towards the government for allowing the popular game, back in the market. "We are highly grateful to the Indian authorities for allowing us to resume operations of Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI). We would like to extend our gratitude to our Indian gaming community for their support and patience over the past few months." "At Krafton, Inc., we are deeply committed to the Indian gaming ecosystem. Our approach has always been India-first, which serves as the foundation of all our efforts," he added. Meanwhile, Vibhor Kukreti, head of government affairs at Krafton who engaged with New Delhi said Krafton was a responsible organisation and that the company will take necessary steps to facilitate a proper gaming ecosystem. "Krafton, Inc. is a responsible South Korean organization that abides by the law and has put in place several measures to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations. We work tirelessly to ensure that India takes the lead in this domain by embracing innovative practices in collaboration with the gaming ecosystem to support, sustain and promote its growth," said Kukreti. ALSO READ | Google blocks Krafton's game after Indian government's order Notably, Krafton launched BGMI in India after its previous offering PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) was banned in India as China's Tencent held the publishing rights for it. PUBG was one of the biggest games in India with over 50 million monthly active users before the government brought the sledgehammer on it. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Gamers rejoice! Krafton's BGMI set to return after Indian government's 10 month ban

<p>Google ordered a game from South Korean developer Krafton to be removed from its play&nbsp;store&nbsp;after the Indian government raised&nbsp;objections.</p>

<p>The popular game Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) which has millions of users in India was blocked hours after the announcement.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-government-to-ban-more-chinese-apps-453150">Also Read:&nbsp;Indian government to ban more Chinese apps</a></p>

<p>Earlier, the Indian government had ordered Krafton's PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) to be blocked. China's Tencent held the publishing rights in India which was also banned after tensions rose between India and China over Galwan in 2020. The Indian government had banned over hundred Chinese apps two years ago.</p>

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<p>The order led Krafton shares to dip nine per cent on Friday. Reports say BGMI is working with Indian authorities to understand the Indian government's reservations over the battle royale game while seeking "specific information" on the issue.</p>

<p>Alphabet Inc's Google and Apple both took down the Krafton game on Thursday evening and it is no longer available for download. BGMI was reportedly relaunched last year.</p>

<p>(With inputs from Agencies)</p>

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Google ordered a game from South Korean developer Krafton to be removed from its play store after the Indian government raised objections. The popular game Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) which has millions of users in India was blocked hours after the announcement.

Google ordered a game from South Korean developer Krafton to be removed from its play store after the Indian government raised objections. The popular game Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) which has millions of users in India was blocked hours after the announcement. Also Read: Indian government to ban more Chinese apps Earlier, the Indian government had ordered Krafton's PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) to be blocked. China's Tencent held the publishing rights in India which was also banned after tensions rose between India and China over Galwan in 2020. The Indian government had banned over hundred Chinese apps two years ago. Watch: Chinese apps could face subpoenas or bans under Biden's new order The order led Krafton shares to dip nine per cent on Friday. Reports say BGMI is working with Indian authorities to understand the Indian government's reservations over the battle royale game while seeking "specific information" on the issue. Alphabet Inc's Google and Apple both took down the Krafton game on Thursday evening and it is no longer available for download. BGMI was reportedly relaunched last year. (With inputs from Agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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